Is AZO a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, AUTOZONE INC (AZO) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 45.3/100. It is ranked #2,994 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 43/100, Momentum 37/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for AZO?

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 45.3 ranks it #2,994 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is AZO in?

AUTOZONE INC operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector (Retail industry) with a market cap of $55.81 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does AZO pay a dividend?

AZO does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is AZO's P/E ratio?

AZO has a trailing P/E ratio of 27.03x. The Consumer Discretionary sector average is 25.2x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is AZO?

AZO's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 51.8%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is AZO valued compared to peers?

AZO's value factor score is 43/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 27.0x, EV/EBITDA 17.6x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is AZO's debt level?

Debt data is not available for AZO.

AZO has a beta of 0.23, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 86/100.

Does AZO have high short interest?

AZO's short interest factor score is 29/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

AZO Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 45.3/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
AZO	-1.33%	-1.66%	+0.01%	+2.88%	-2.17%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLY	-0.47%	+4.34%	+4.84%	-1.49%	-36.15%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	+0.25%	+3.20%	+4.88%	+2.89%	+33.48%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-1.58%	-4.86%	-4.87%	-0.01%	-35.66%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.87%	-6.00%	-4.83%	+4.37%	+33.98%	-	-	-

Metric	AZO	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	27.0x	+7%
EV/EBITDA	17.6x	+260%
Price / Book	—	—

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
GOLF Acushnet Holdings Corp.	58	81	42	61	30.6x	24.5%	48.5%	10.6%	-23.1%	100.0x	$5.8B	VS
CASY CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC	57	50	68	66	42.2x	16.9%	24.0%	3.8%	0.3%	123.0x	$28.0B	VS
BWA BORGWARNER INC	53	50	58	66	13.4x	14.7%	18.2%	5.8%	-0.3%	145.0x	$11.3B	VS
ATMU Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc.	53	50	61	66	25.7x	53.7%	28.0%	11.8%	3.5%	151.0x	$5.2B	VS
LINC LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CORP	52	50	49	74	112.3x	5.6%	59.2%	2.3%	37.4%	147.0x	$1.3B	VS
MCRI MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC	51	50	66	50	16.6x	19.7%	24.5%	19.4%	11.5%	33.0x	$1.8B	VS
MUSA Murphy USA Inc.	51	50	69	49	19.3x	76.6%	12.0%	2.4%	-6.3%	658.0x	$9.2B	VS
DOO BRP Inc.	51	36	66	60	-	-	22.7%	-2.7%	-	-	$5.5B	VS
FIVE FIVE BELOW, INC	51	50	57	70	102.4x	5.4%	32.5%	3.1%	26.5%	125.0x	$12.6B	VS
TNL Travel & Leisure Co.	51	50	63	61	12.6x	-63.2%	97.9%	9.7%	6.0%	-679.0x	$4.6B	VS
AZO AUTOZONE INC	45	50	43	37	27.0x	-	51.8%	11.9%	8.2%	-	$55.8B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%	0.5%
Operating Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-3.4%	-	-	10.4%	-	-	19.8%	17.9%	13.8%	13.9%	9.3%
ROE %	-73.5%	-16.1%	-73.2%	-56.1%	-58.1%	-68.7%	-120.7%	-197.4%	-94.4%	-88.0%	-89.7%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	28.9%	-	-	75.3%	-	-	101.1%	66.2%	52.8%	43.8%	48.9%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.5%

Operating Margin %

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

FCF Margin %

-3.4%

10.4%

19.8%

17.9%

13.8%

13.9%

9.3%

ROE %

-73.5%

-16.1%

-73.2%

-56.1%

-58.1%

-68.7%

-120.7%

-197.4%

-94.4%

-88.0%

-89.7%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROIC %

28.9%

75.3%

101.1%

66.2%

52.8%

43.8%

48.9%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$18.0B	$18.9B	$18.5B	$17.5B	$16.3B	$14.6B	$12.6B	$11.9B	$11.2B	$10.9B	$10.6B	$10.2B
	—	$9.0B	—	$8.4B	$7.8B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$9.3B	$10.0B	$9.8B	$9.1B	$8.5B	$7.7B	$6.8B	$6.4B	$6.0B	$5.7B	$5.6B	$5.3B
Gross Margin	51.8%	52.6%	53.1%	52.0%	52.1%	52.8%	53.6%	53.6%	53.2%	52.7%	52.7%	52.3%
	—	$6.4B	—	$5.6B	$5.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	$562M	—	—	$421M	$408M	$378M	$353M	$331M	$305M	$276M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$6.4B	—	$5.6B	$5.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$3.1B	$3.6B	$3.8B	$3.5B	$3.3B	$2.9B	$2.4B	$2.2B	$1.8B	$2.1B	$2.1B	$2.0B
EBIT	$3.1B	$3.6B	$3.8B	$3.5B	$3.3B	$2.9B	$2.4B	$2.2B	$1.8B	$2.1B	$2.1B	$2.0B
EBITDA	$3.3B	$3.6B	$4.4B	$3.5B	$3.3B	$3.4B	$2.8B	$2.6B	$2.2B	$2.4B	$2.4B	$2.2B
Operating Margin	17.4%	19.1%	20.5%	19.9%	20.1%	20.1%	19.1%	18.7%	16.1%	19.1%	19.4%	19.2%
EBITDA Margin	18.3%	19.1%	23.5%	19.9%	20.1%	23.0%	22.4%	21.9%	19.3%	22.1%	22.2%	21.9%
	—	—	—	$320M	$199M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	—	$3.1B	—	$3.2B	$3.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$636M	$675M	$639M	$649M	$579M	$484M	$414M	$299M	$645M	$672M	$642M
	$2.1B	$2.5B	$2.7B	$2.5B	$2.4B	$2.2B	$1.7B	$1.6B	$1.3B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.2B
Net Margin	11.9%	13.2%	14.4%	14.5%	14.9%	14.8%	13.7%	13.6%	11.9%	11.8%	11.7%	11.4%
	$28.29	$148.80	$153.82	$136.60	$120.83	$97.60	$73.62	$64.78	$49.59	$45.05	$41.52	$36.76
Diluted EPS	$28.29	$144.87	$153.82	$132.36	$117.19	$97.60	$73.62	$64.78	$49.59	$45.05	$41.52	$36.76
Weighted Avg Basic	—	17M	—	19M	20M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	17M	—	19M	21M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$18.0B

$18.9B

$18.5B

$17.5B

$16.3B

$14.6B

$12.6B

$11.9B

$11.2B

$10.9B

$10.6B

$10.2B

—

$9.0B

—

$8.4B

$7.8B

—

$9.3B

$10.0B

$9.8B

$9.1B

$8.5B

$7.7B

$6.8B

$6.4B

$6.0B

$5.7B

$5.6B

$5.3B

Gross Margin

51.8%

52.6%

53.1%

52.0%

52.1%

52.8%

53.6%

53.2%

52.7%

52.3%

—

$6.4B

—

$5.6B

$5.2B

—

Depreciation

—

$562M

—

$421M

$408M

$378M

$353M

$331M

$305M

$276M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$6.4B

—

$5.6B

$5.2B

—

$3.1B

$3.6B

$3.8B

$3.5B

$3.3B

$2.9B

$2.4B

$2.2B

$1.8B

$2.1B

$2.0B

EBIT

$3.1B

$3.6B

$3.8B

$3.5B

$3.3B

$2.9B

$2.4B

$2.2B

$1.8B

$2.1B

$2.0B

EBITDA

$3.3B

$3.6B

$4.4B

$3.5B

$3.3B

$3.4B

$2.8B

$2.6B

$2.2B

$2.4B

$2.2B

Operating Margin

17.4%

19.1%

20.5%

19.9%

20.1%

19.1%

18.7%

16.1%

19.1%

19.4%

19.2%

EBITDA Margin

18.3%

19.1%

23.5%

19.9%

20.1%

23.0%

22.4%

21.9%

19.3%

22.1%

22.2%

21.9%

—

$320M

$199M

—

$3.1B

—

$3.2B

$3.1B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$636M

$675M

$639M

$649M

$579M

$484M

$414M

$299M

$645M

$672M

$642M

$2.1B

$2.5B

$2.7B

$2.5B

$2.4B

$2.2B

$1.7B

$1.6B

$1.3B

$1.2B

Net Margin

11.9%

13.2%

14.4%

14.5%

14.9%

14.8%

13.7%

13.6%

11.9%

11.8%

11.7%

11.4%

$28.29

$148.80

$153.82

$136.60

$120.83

$97.60

$73.62

$64.78

$49.59

$45.05

$41.52

$36.76

Diluted EPS

$28.29

$144.87

$153.82

$132.36

$117.19

$97.60

$73.62

$64.78

$49.59

$45.05

$41.52

$36.76

Weighted Avg Basic

—

17M

—

19M

20M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

17M

—

19M

21M

—

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does AUTOZONE INC Do?

AutoZone, Inc. retails and distributes automotive replacement parts and accessories. The company offers various products for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light trucks, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products. Its products include A/C compressors, batteries and accessories, bearings, belts and hoses, calipers, chassis, clutches, CV axles, engines, fuel pumps, fuses, ignition and lighting products, mufflers, radiators, starters and alternators, thermostats, and water pumps, as well as tire repairs. In addition, the company offers maintenance products, such as antifreeze and windshield washer fluids; brake drums, rotors, shoes, and pads; brake and power steering fluids, and oil and fuel additives; oil and transmission fluids; oil, cabin, air, fuel, and transmission filters; oxygen sensors; paints and accessories; refrigerants and accessories; shock absorbers and struts; spark plugs and wires; and windshield wipers. Further, it provides air fresheners, cell phone accessories, drinks and snacks, floor mats and seat covers, interior and exterior accessories, mirrors, performance products, protectants and cleaners, sealants and adhesives, steering wheel covers, stereos and radios, tools, and wash and wax products, as well as towing services. Additionally, the company provides a sales program that offers commercial credit and delivery of parts and other products; sells automotive diagnostic and repair software under the ALLDATA brand through alldata.com and alldatadiy.com; and automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products through autozone.com. As of November 20, 2021, it operated 6,066 stores in the United States; 666 stores in Mexico; and 53 stores in Brazil. The company was founded in 1979 and is based in Memphis, Tennessee. AUTOZONE INC (AZO) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Consumer Discretionary sector, specifically within the Retail industry. The company is led by CEO William C. Rhodes and employs approximately 112,000 people, headquartered in Carson City, Tennessee. With a market capitalization of $55.8B, AZO is one of the prominent companies in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, AUTOZONE INC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 45.3/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.AZO ranks #2,994 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, AUTOZONE INC ranks #320 of 438 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Consumer Discretionary peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

AZO Stock Price and 52-Week Range

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) currently trades at $3513.97. The stock lost $22.45 (0.6%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for AZO is $4388.11, which means the stock is currently trading -19.9% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $3210.72, putting the stock 9.4% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 4K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is AZO Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) carries a value factor score of 43/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 27.03x, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 25.19x — a premium of 7%. The price-to-sales ratio is 3.21x, compared to 0.28x for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. On an enterprise value basis, AZO trades at 17.60x EV/EBITDA, versus 4.88x for the sector.

Overall, AZO's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

AUTOZONE INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 10.5% versus the sector average of 2.5%.

On a margin basis, AUTOZONE INC reports gross margins of 51.8%, compared to 36.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 17.4% (sector: 3.8%). Net profit margin stands at 11.9%, versus 2.1% for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. Revenue growth is running at 8.2% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.3% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

AZO Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Balance sheet data for AZO is evaluated through our stability factor. The current ratio is 0.89x, which may signal near-term liquidity tightness. Total debt on the balance sheet is $11.76B. Cash and equivalents stand at $288M.

AZO has a beta of 0.23, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for AUTOZONE INC is 86/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

AUTOZONE INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, AUTOZONE INC reported revenue of $18.00B and earnings per share (EPS) of $28.29. Net income for the quarter was $2.14B. Gross margin was 51.8%. Operating income came in at $3.13B.

In Q2 2026, AUTOZONE INC reported revenue of $4.27B and earnings per share (EPS) of $28.29. Net income for the quarter was $469M. Gross margin was 52.5%. Revenue grew 8.1% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $698M.

In Q1 2026, AUTOZONE INC reported revenue of $4.63B and earnings per share (EPS) of $31.88. Net income for the quarter was $531M. Gross margin was 51.0%. Revenue grew 0.0% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $784M.

In Q1 2025, AUTOZONE INC reported revenue of $4.63B and earnings per share (EPS) of $31.88. Net income for the quarter was $531M. Gross margin was 51.0%. Operating income came in at $784M.

Over the past 8 quarters, AUTOZONE INC has experienced revenue contraction from $18.49B to $18.00B. Investors analyzing AZO stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

AZO Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among growth-oriented companies in the Retail industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Consumer Discretionary dividend stocks may want to explore other Consumer Discretionary stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

AZO Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

AUTOZONE INC (AZO) has a momentum factor score of 37/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 30/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 29/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

AZO vs Competitors — Consumer Discretionary Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, AUTOZONE INC (AZO) ranks #320 out of 438 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places AZO in the lower half of all Consumer Discretionary stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC (CASY) with a score of 57.3/100, Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc. (ATMU) with a score of 53.0/100, LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CORP (LINC) with a score of 52.1/100, BRP Inc. (DOO) with a score of 51.0/100, and MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC (MCRI) with a score of 51.3/100.

Comparing AZO against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full AZO vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how AUTOZONE INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

AZO Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for AUTOZONE INC (AZO) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy AZO? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for AUTOZONE INC suggests caution. Momentum is weak at 37/100, a headwind for near-term performance. Low volatility (stability score 86/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, AUTOZONE INC (AZO) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 45.3/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on AZO stock.

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